Presenting Sponsor: Connelly & Assoc. Fundraising, LLC

Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel

National Philanthropy Day, a program of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, pays tribute to the invaluable contributions that philanthropy has made to our personal lives, our nation, and the world. It acknowledges the entire spectrum of services provided by the nonprofit community and recognizes the profound impact that philanthropy has on the quality of our lives and the fabric of our society.

AFP Maryland is proud to recognize the great contributions of philanthropy and those people active in the philanthropic community. Through this annual event, we encourage all people to rededicate themselves to the principle of giving. Awards are presented in the following categories:

2018 Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year and Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation of the Year

True to the meaning of philanthropy, the Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year Award and the Outstanding Foundation of the Year Award both recognize the contribution of money, along with time and skill, to promote the well-being of others and the betterment of the community. Recipients and nominees of these awards exemplify the true spirit of giving. View list of past recipients

AFP Maryland is delighted to announce the selection ofGeorge and Betsy Sherman as the 2018 Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year and the William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund as the 2018 Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation of the Year.

James “Winky” & Florine “Peaches” Camphor were honored with the Community Impact Award. The Community Impact Award is given to those individuals, corporations or foundations that have a significant, measurable impact in the community through their philanthropy, as well as their volunteer efforts, board service and promotion of social goals.

Outstanding Youth Fundraisers

We are delighted to announce the selection of this year's honorees for the Outstanding Youth Fundraiser Awards:

On October 8, CFRE International launched a new ambassador program where 30 current CFREs will serve as representatives in their local areas. To be put in touch with an ambassador, email [email protected]. READ MORE